Front Office Agent

Summary Of Responsibilities
Reporting to the Assistant Front Office Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
Greet, check in and settle guest accounts while ensuring all service standards are followed
Assist guests regarding hotel facilities in an informative and helpful way
Respond to each Guest who approaches the Reception Desk
Drive rate through up-selling room brands
Follow department policies, procedures and service standards
Follow all safety policies
Other duties as assigned
Primary Location
Kenya-Nairobi-Fairmont The Norfolk
Employee Status
Regular
Job Level
Colleague
Schedule
Full-time
Shift
Rotating / Shift Work
Travel
No
Closing Date
 
May.2017, 10:59:00 PM
Qualifications
Proficiency in English (verbal and written), second language an asset
Previous customer related experience preferred
Previous PMS experience an asset
Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications an asset
Must be able to type 25 words per minute
Must possess a professional presentation
Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
Highly responsible & reliable
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):
Frequent standing and walking throughout shift
Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
 
Visa Requirements: Must be a Kenyan Citizen